This lentil & roasted red pepper soup uses pantry staples (hello, jarred peppers + harissa!) and comes together in 35 minutes. Top it with lemon yogurt and pretend you planned it all day.
Heat 2 Tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add 2 cups prechopped mirepoix and cook 4–5 minutes, until slightly softened.
Add 2 cloves garlic, 1 Tablespoon tomato paste, and 2 Tablespoons harissa. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly, to bloom the spices.
Stir in 12 ounces roasted red peppers, 3 cups cooked brown lentils, 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
Blend about half the soup with an immersion blender for a creamy texture (or leave it chunky if you prefer).
Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
To make the lemon yogurt:
In a small bowl, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 lemonhe zest and juice from 1 lemon, and 1 pinch kosher salt. Stir until well blended.
To serve:
Divide the soup between four bowls and top with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of lemon yogurt.